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When it comes to buy a campervan under 5000$NZD, there are many factors to take into consideration.
- Here, at Travel Cars NZ, we’ll show in first place where to find on-budget campervans, what to expect, what to look at, and more.
🚐 Where to Find Cheap Campervans in New Zealand
There are different platforms, however a campervan under 5000$ if it’s in good condition and has some extras like camping gear, second-battery o a self-contained certification will last for hours.
The most popular place to find cheap cars is Facebook marketplace, since it’s free to list a car and is not regulated, you can find either a bargain or a lemon. (keep reading below to find the best tips)
- Another option is checking campervans at Travel Cars platform, however is not usual to find many campervans under 5000$, regardless, you can find below the latest and cheapest campervans listed for sale.
📌 What to Expect When Buying a Campervan Under 5000$
During the high season (September to February), you can expect to find just a station wagon type (converted car) with a frame and bed at the back, at is best.
During the low season, (March to August), you can find them easily, in used condition and with some gear as backpackers are leaving the country, so is a good time to buy one of these types of campervan.
- If you’re very lucky, and you’re able to negociate, you might be able to find a converted people mover into self-contained.
🎯 Here are some examples of campervans we sell at Travel Cars NZ for 5,990$NZD. However, we sell them with new WOF, new service, buy-back option and no mechanical issues.
🔍 What to Look for in a Budget Campervan
When buying from private sellers or specially on Facebook, there are some red flags to look for.
When searching:
🚩 Avoid profiles without a real profile picture.
🚩 Avoid meeting at public spaces, such as petrol stations, instead will be better to meet at seller’s house.
🚩 Avoid paying any deposit up-front before meeting the seller.
🚩 Avoid paying any deposit before checking the car by a mechanic.
When Buying:
✅ If buying from a dealer, check for Google reviews.
✅ If buying from private, conduct a mechanical check before handling any money.
✅ Get a Carjam report, check for finance, stolen, etc. Costs just 20$ (Carjam)
🧑💻 For more information about buying a used campervan you can check the following article: 12 Best Tips for Buying a Campervan in New Zealand
💰 Costs to Consider Beyond the Purchase Price
There are few factors, such as:
- Insurance: You’ll need at least third-party insurance for legal coverage and protection.
- Registration: Ensure the campervan’s Rego (registration) is current. Renewing it costs extra if it’s expired.
- Maintenance: Budget for routine maintenance and potential repairs to keep the van running smoothly.
- Camping Fees: While freedom camping is free in some areas, you may need to pay for powered sites or campgrounds.
🏆 Buying Safe with Travel Cars New Zealand
If you prefer to buy a safer but slighly more expensive campervan, you can contact us and also reserve a car for your arrival.
- We offer mechanical warranties, buy-back-option, custom conversions, an extense network of groups with over 350,000 members (all tourists), where you can also sell your car later on, for FREE.
